February weather forecast
El Quetzal, Guatemala

February, the last month of the winter in El Quetzal, is another tropical month, with an average temperature ranging between min 20°C (68°F) and max 31.8°C (89.2°F).

Temperature

In February, the average high-temperature is almost the same as in January - a still tropical 31.8°C (89.2°F). The average low-temperature, in February, is 20°C (68°F).

Heat index

In February, the average heat index is calculated to be a very hot 36°C (96.8°F). Take special precautions - heat exhaustion and heat cramps are expected. Heatstroke may occur with lengthy activity.
Take into consideration that the heat index values are calculated for shade and light wind conditions. With exposure to direct sunlight, the heat index may be increased by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like', 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature', or 'real feel', is what the temperature feels like to the human body when the air temperature is combined with the relative humidity. This effect is individual, with diverse people perceiving weather differently for numerous reasons (differences in body mass, height, and shape, clothing, metabolic differences), and activity. Be aware that direct exposure to sunlight increases heat impact and may raise the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially crucial for babies and toddlers. Children are often less aware of the need to rest and re-hydrate. Thirst is a late sign of dehydration - it is vital to remain hydrated, particularly during prolonged physical activities.
To prevent overheating and help regulate its internal temperature, the human body sweat and rely on the evaporation to cool down. When the relative humidity is high, the evaporation rate is reduced. The warmth is removed from the body at a lower rate, causing the body to retain more heat than it would in dry air. If the body can not disperse the excessive heat and body temperature reaches conditions of hyperthermia, above 37.5°C (99.5°F) to 38.3°C (100.9°F), thermal conditions are potentially life-threatening.

Humidity

The months with the lowest humidity in El Quetzal are January through March, with an average relative humidity of 59%.

Rainfall

The months with the least rainfall in El Quetzal are January and February Rain falls for 5.3 days and accumulates 11mm (0.43") of rain.

Daylight

The average length of the day in February in El Quetzal is 11h and 40min.
On the first day of February in El Quetzal, sunrise is at 06:35 and sunset at 18:06. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:24 and sunset at 18:14 CST.

Sunshine

In February, the average sunshine is 9.7h.

UV index

February through April and July, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In February, the average maximum UV index of 7 translate into the following recommendations:
Take precautions against overexposure. Fair-skinned people may get burned in less than 20 minutes. Seek shade and minimize exposure to direct Sun in a period between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. when UV radiation is most intense; keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not provide perfect sun protection. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure. Tightly woven, loose-fitting clothes provide additional protection from the Sun.